Bull (plate IV) 1945

"Bull (plate IV)" is a linocut print created by Pablo Picasso in 1945. This piece, currently located at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City, exemplifies Picasso's exploration of Cubist principles. The bull is depicted in a fragmented, geometric style, with the use of black lines and areas of solid black on a white background. This technique emphasizes form and structure, rather than realistic depiction, creating a powerful and impactful image. Picasso's "Bull" series, consisting of 12 variations, is renowned for its exploration of the animal's powerful form and its evolution from a simplified outline to a complex, abstract representation.